2. He Has 3 Years Left on His Chelsea Deal

Luiz last signed a contract with Chelsea back in September 2012. That deal was for five years. He joined the team in January 2011. At the time, Luiz said:

It’s a great club and I look forward to winning more trophies here. I want to play for a long time at the top level – which is what playing for Chelsea means. I love everything about the club and especially the fans, who have made me very welcome and given me great support.

4. Chelsea May Have Signed Diego Costa Too

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Due to new financial fair play laws, Chelsea will not be allowed to spend big money on players without recouping some losses. Chelsea are thought to have already secured the signing of Diego Costa from Atletico Madrid.

5. This is World Record Fee for a Defender

The reported transfer will be the largest ever for a defender. Even though Luiz sometimes deputizes in midfield. Not to mention the fact that his defending comes under a lot of criticism. Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville famously said that Luiz played as if he were “controlled by a 10-year-old on a Playstation.”